Clinical Orthopedic Physical Therapy

by Richardson, Jan K.; Iglarsh, Z. Annette

• ISBN13: 9780721632575
• ISBN10: 0721632572
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 1993-10-28
• Publisher: W B Saunders Co

Summary

This superb introductory text teaches a comprehensive approach to the evaluation, diagnosis and therapeutic management of orthopaedic dysfunction. The book integrates prevention and decision-making into its coverage, giving students a complete picture of the field. This complete text exposes its readers to the diversity of thinking in the field--Richardson and Iglarsh examine each of the four major theories of orthopaedic therapy, and discuss the other lesser known theories whenever appropriate. The role of the consumer education and prevention is integrated throughout to prepare students for success in working with patients and their families.

Table of Contents

Temporomandibular Joint and the Cervical Spine	p. 1
Thoracic Spine	p. 73
Lumbar Spine and Pelvis	p. 119
Shoulder	p. 159
Elbow	p. 221
Hand and Wrist	p. 253
Hip	p. 333
Knee	p. 399
Foot and Ankle	p. 483
The Posture-Movement Dynamic	p. 563
Gait	p. 602
Fundamentals of Radiology for Physical Therapists	p. 626
Education of Patients	p. 688
Index	p. 693
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